SAT
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About SAT
The SAT is an international competitive exam that is accepted by most US universities and colleges for admissions to bachelor programmes. Many colleges and universities use the SAT as one of the indicators to admit students. SAT scores are also helpful in securing a scholarship. While most universities accept SAT-I scores, there are many universities that also require you to take the SAT-II.
Important Dates
| 2009-10 SAT Test Dates | Test | Early Registration | Regular Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 10, 2009 | SAT & Subject Tests | August 19, 2009 | September 9, 2009 |
| November 7, 2009 | SAT & Subject Tests | September 16, 2009 | October 1, 2009 |
| December 5, 2009 | SAT & Subject Tests | October 14, 2009 | October 30, 2009 |
| January 23, 2010 | SAT & Subject Tests | December 2, 2009 | December 15, 2009 |
| May 1, 2010 | SAT & Subject Tests | March 10, 2010 | March 25, 2010 |
| June 5, 2010 | SAT & Subject Tests | 14, 2010 April | 29, 2010 April |
Eligibility
Anyone who has completed his/her 12 years of schooling from any recognized Indian board or university can take SAT Reasoning Test or SAT Subject Tests or both. There are no criteria of minimum marks for appearing in any SAT. The SAT scores are valid for five years, most universities/ colleges accept scores up to five years old, but it is always better if scores are not older than 2 years
Registration
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. So you should register early to get your preferred test date, and to receive your test preparation material in time to prepare for the test. You can register for the SAT online or by mail. For online registration you can click here. You need a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express) to register online. But it is not necessary that the credit card should be owned by the applicant for paying the SAT Fees. For mail registration - Obtain the "SAT Information Bulletin" available with USEFI offices or from collegeboard website. Fill in the form, get the draft made (if you are not paying by credit card), and use the envelope provided with the form to mail these to: College Board SAT Program, Princeton, NJ 08541, USA.You can also register for SAT test through SAT representatives in India.
SAT FAQ
What do the initials "SAT" mean?
What's the difference between the SAT and SAT Subject Tests?
How are SAT scores reported?
What will I be asked to write about in the essay?
Will colleges see my essay? How will they use the writing score?
Results
SAT scores are available on the internet approximately three weeks after the exam, and are sent home by mail a month after the SAT testing date.